CMBS Surveillance - Analyst (PA)

KBRA • Upper Dublin Township, PA

13d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking an Analyst to join our growing commercial real estate (CRE) credit ratings team in the Dresher, PA office.

Requirements

• B.A. / B.S. degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commercial Real Estate is required.
• 0-2 years of business experience preferably within financial services
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills are essential.
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office with strengths in Excel and Word.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently and work closely with fellow team members in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant Commercial Real Estate, Rating Agency, or CMBS experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with the CREFC Investor Reporting Package is most helpful.
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end surveillance of an assigned portfolio of commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) in accordance with organizational guidelines, including the preparation and presentation of analyses to committees and the publication of transaction reports.
• Develop detailed cash flow analysis for commercial real estate properties.
• Assess credit risk of a transaction in collaboration with other team members to develop and present credit opinions on assigned transactions.
• Prepare detailed reports for publication.
• Provide support to other senior team members in property cashflows.
• Support group operations and processes managing the request and flow of information during the review process for own assigned deals as well as for others.
• Participate in workplace projects as needed to increase efficiency.

Benefits

• A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level